The High-Wire-Walking Wallenda Eyes Niagara Falls

Nik Wallenda — of the famed Flying Wallendas circus and stunt performers — hopes to walk over Niagara Falls on a tightrope. But first, he needs the help of the New York government. Right now, it's illegal to walk across the landmark on a high-wire.

This week, the state legislature passed a bill to lift the restriction; it isn't known whether Gov. Andrew Cuomo will sign it. Many, including the mayor of Niagara Falls, say the high-wire act would give the town's lagging economy a much-needed boost.

Wallenda says the feat "has been a dream of mine forever. It's in my blood."

Also known as the "King of the Highwire," Wallenda, 32, holds multiple Guinness World Records. He says he started walked on wires at the age of two.